emailNeed to contact me and don't have my email? Click on email button.
Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $4500.
This looks nice and has a number of additional mods not listed, including the updated column, swing pedals, and more.
“Willys Cj3a Jeep on 72 Cj5 frame,fiberglass body.V6 4-brl,4-speed. 3 tops, 1 full 2 bikini 2 inch lift with 33 inch tires.Runs great.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000
(01/06/2010) “This is a rare 6 cylinder 1949 Willys Jeepster. The Jeepsters were constructed only from 1948 to 1950 and only made a limited number of the 6 cylinders starting in mid 1949. This particular car has been featured in an article in Open Road Magazine. The engine has recently been rebuilt and the rest of the car is almost fully restored. This car is a head turner. I can’t tell you the number of times someone has come up to me and asked what kind of a car this is and that they think it is one of the best looking cars on the road.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300.
(12/17/09) It runs and apparently stops, too.
“1955 Willys Overland cj5 RUNS AND DRIVES!!! TAKE IT ON THE BIG HUNT RIGHT AWAY! You could make this one nice project! Or… enjoy it as is! -Runs and drives! -Tow-Bar on front. -Bikini-top, Heavy-Duty Vinyl cover, -Gas Can. -Heater. -Spare tire with rim. -Lots of extra parts.
An all around fun vehicle to tool around in. Take it camping, take it hunting! Tail lights are already set up for easy connection so you can pull this behind you on the big deer hunt! You see a lot of Willys Jeeps sitting around in fields and back lots that don’t even run and people are asking crazy prices for them. Here, we have a running and driving piece of history! ”
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/09/09) It seems like there is something funky about that steering wheel, but I’m not sure what it is. The steps are missing and the back appears patched. It looks rust free.
“1950 m-3 willys jeep,4cy.turbo,4×4.new transmission,5 newtires.soft top.towbar,new plugs and points,needs nothing,runs great.new tag.extra new brake shoes in box,new clutch parts in box.great toy!!!!!!!!!!!!! call 405 672-6824 ask for LARRY garage kept.”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/1649938693.html
If you like maps and history of the US, you’ll likely find this STATISTICAL ATLAS
OF THE NINTH CENSUS (1870) fascinating. Even better, all the maps are available in 300 dpi (a 256mb download)! It’s fun, in map-geek way, to see what cities were listed and which were left out (Ex … Olympia Wa shown, Seattle Wa not)
Below are a couple map examples. Click on the map to get a higher resolution version. The first map shows a mapping of the woodlands. At least in the western half of the US, with which I’m most familiar, I think that’s a pretty accurate assessment of how the woodlands appear today (though the trees are likely newer and shorter).
And here’s a geographical map:
This looks to be a mish mash of parts.
“1943 CJ2A Jeep that runs but no brakes, this would make someone a good project or get brakes working for a river buggy, it does have title and has current tag, $1500.00 CASH ONLY”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/1648022843.html
Here are a few parts.
“I have 3 fenders 1 willys and 2 gpw. 1 cj2a hood, cj2a or m38 fuel tank and a post war engine with bell housing clutch and t90 engine is missing head and t90 is missing top cover. see pics please call 602-741-0721”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/pts/1649093981.html
Mike’s in the Illinois area. He’s looking for a T-98 Tranny for his CJ-2A with a F-head. Drop him a note if you have or know of one at mikester51@comcast.net.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
This doesn’t look too bad.
“1951 Willys Jeep CJ3A. No engine, No title. $1,000 firm. As is, where is. Coolidge AZ”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $1000
This is part of an estate sale. The price will be lowered in about 3 weeks.
“I am clearing out my dad’s estate and have for sale one ‘53 Willys Jeep Wagon. This is original. No engine changes or aftermarket changes. I mean original as in 6 volt and generator charger. Jeep has 81,050 miles, never really a daily driver. Used mainly for fishing, hunting and then snowplowing my dad’s neighbor’s driveways after my dad retired to the country. Not too much time spent on salted roads. Engine was rebuilt years ago by a professional mechanic (my dad). Machine work was done by Hatch Grinding. They milled the head and balanced the crankshaft to the rods and pistons. The F head engine runs well. The rust on tailgate is lower than I’ve seen on wagons of this age. Also has the original wood guides on the floor. Brakes don’t work right now. We have not been able to remove the master cylinder cap yet. We soaked it in WD 40 and will try again in a few days. Now for the minuses, which I feel are lower than you’ll find on other old wagons. The needs are right fender (bad dents), front bumper, grill needs to be chromed. Glass in some windows is bad. Has extra glass but could be just as bad. And, of course, as any project wagon needing restoring, a complete interior redo. Body is solid with low rust, just a couple of holes, with 1 pin hole under driver’s floor. Jeep comes with extra seats and wheels. A little work and you can drive this while you restore. I can provide 15 high resolution photos to serious inquiries. We must communicate by phone first. Starting this out at $1000. I have 3 months to sell and will lower price in about 3 weeks if not sold. Snow plow parts to be removed unless you want to buy a snow plow also”
Dan found this unusual flattie. The price isn’t bad and the blending process seems to have been done pretty well.
“selling a 40 willies jeep body on a 1990 blazer chassis. this thing is alot of fun great for camping, wheelin, work wagon or what ever. runs real well has 4.3 v6 auto trans. hi and low 4×4 32 inch bfg kwa (brand new tires) willing to let go for cheap have lots invested. 2000 dollars or a running samurai gets it.contact me 208 691 2675”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1648761613.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. Here’s one in the wild.
You don’t see these everyday.
“Up for auction is a really cute little single-seat, cedar squirrel feeder fashioned after a 1942 Willys Jeep used during WW II. It’s fun to watch the squirrels sit in the driver’s seat and eat. And the best thing about this Jeep is it runs on corn cobs, so you won’t go broke at the pump! We have the one pictured outside our window and the squirrels just love it.
The feeder is loosely fashioned after a photo of a 1942 Willys my 11-year-old son and I came across. We thought it would be fun to turn the photo into a feeder. So, we drew it out, cut it out, and (after a few redesigns) had us one of the more unique squirrel feeders on EBay. These feeders have quickly become one of our biggest sellers.”
UPDATE: Still available. More Pics.
(9/14/09) Three ‘small bugs’ with this, according to the seller.
“This Jeep is ready to tear it up and built to take it. It started as a full body restoration project. Powered by a Buick V-6. Chevy sm420 4 speed tranny with hydraulic clutch. Dana 20 tranfer case, 1983 Toyota diffs. Front has disc brakes and all new bearings, seals, gaskets, 529 gears, ARB air locker with high steer kit. Rear has spool and 529 as well. Full roll cage. Chevy power steering and gear box. Warn 8274 standup winch. Half cab top with rear window. All sitting on a set of 38.5 super swamper boggers with a matching spare. The tires have 95% tread and are grooved and siped for max traction. Rancho rs 5000 shocks. The body is solid and has no rust. All new fuel and brake lines. There are 3 small bugs. The exhaust neads some tlc.The fuel tank and steering gear box each have a small leak. I have a spare gear box and lots of other parts. I also have a complete extra motor that has 300 miles with a bad rod bearing. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE. 360-870-4116”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1648696760.html
Strangely, I’ve never experience anything in my jeep like these drivers did …. (I think these are both images from Life Magazine, too — I will have to double check this)
About a week ago I was looking through some images and noticed a couple jeeps with unusual paint jobs across the windshields. It turns out these were jeeps associated with the Constabulary Force in Europe. (I believe these differ from the ‘white mice‘ MPs)
Here’s an excerpt about the Constabulary Force from the history of the 2nd Constabulary Regiment, “The District Constabularies were regarded as an interim force during the time USFET [United States Forces European Theater] was submitting plans for a more extensive organization.
The Theater plan of organization proposed a Zone Constabulary composed of three Brigade Headquarters at the German Land or state level, each to include an Air Reconnaissance Squadron and varying numbers of Cavalry Groups; twelve Constabulary Group Headquarters; forty-eight Squadrons with 192 mechanized recon troops, 48 tank companies, and 48 Headquarter and Service troops. The total strength was to approximate 38,000 troopers.
Paralleling the planning and development of the United States Constabulary from its origin to the operational date of July 1, 1946, was the Mobile Security Control of the U. S. occupied zone (as we have already stated) by the District Constabularies. The Second Cavalry Group was shortly joined by the Sixth and Fifteenth Cavalry Groups to accomplish this.”
Back to the paint schemes, here are several pics with the unusual paint schemes. Unfortunately, I don’t have any color pics and the pics I do have aren’t great ones.
Walter Sanders snapped the 2nd and 3rd images as part of his work for Life Magazine.
Here’s a link to the site with this image:
Here’s a link to the site with this image:
Gerald spotted these. I don’t think I’ve seen this rim style.
“Real (NOT Chinese knockoff) Alcoa forged rims with BFGoodrich 245/75-16 tires. Wheels have under 500 miles run time and are like new. The backsides are not even dirty or brake dusted. Tires are approx. half tread. No centers or lugs. Fit early Ford 1/2 ton trucks and Bronco up to 1996, Jeep CJ/Scrambler/J-series truck and large bolt pattern Dodge trucks. These wheels were special ordered from Alcoa years ago, and the sizes shown are correct as advertised. Each wheel was approx. $300 new. $450 / set including tires”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/1645964532.html
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $750
“1951 JEEP WILLYS CJ3A PROJECT. NEEDS WORK. NOT RUNNING, BUT TURNS OVER , NEEDS FUEL PUMP. EMAIL OR CALL FOR DETAILS, NEED TO GET THE GREAT OLD JEEP OUT OF MY GARAGE TODAY!!!”
I like the white shifter knobs ….
“Have a 1947 willys cj2a for sale.Clear title . Can be used for parts or brought back to life. Willys logo on hood, windshield frame, and tailgate. She has what I think is a 1953 super hurricane engine? Thats what I was told. Comes with 4 extra tires, radiator,and grill. $1000 OBO. Delivery not possible needs to be picked up. Will hold while trailer is arranged.”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/1646172081.html
ooohhhh hhhhooooo … a nice set of turbine rims. The wagon looks pretty rust free, too.
“62 Willys Wagon, V6 Buick Auto, Call Mark for details, 704 533 4829, No emails”
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/1646344675.html
UPDATE: Was on eBay **SOLD**
This is a sweet wagon.
“Rust Free 1952 Willys Wagon, Completely original, Runs and Drives like new, Stored inside , Comes with Nice mid 70s Long Board and surf rack. Complete manuals and books come with it. Rare find! Not many of these left in this condition”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7000
(01/04/2010) It looks solid and stock.
“ATTENTION JEEP LOVERS: 1953 CJ3B Willys Jeep, totally restored, Stock, factory lockouts, overhead valve 4 cylinder, with directionals..”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500
(12/21/09) This is a solid looking wagon.
“Clean clear title with original plates. all original straite unmolested wagon (well maitained). paint looks like it was rolled on. rust in common places but not bad. rear gate complete and works great. all glass there clear and un foggy (one wing window has a crack). all crome in great shape (missing licencsplate holder). great bumpers. super hurricane six cyl. starts on a dime no smoke ( new 6v batt.). stock axles. 3 speed tranz very solid. tight steering. no pto. no overdrive. all springs solid look like they are replacements not sagging or filled with rust like most out there. great wheels and tires with factory spare. custom gas tank. complete running and driving rig ( needs brake master) REST OF BRAKE SYSTEM WAS WELL KEPT NOT ALL RUSTED AND FROZE UP. original int. all guages and switches work but (finiky). windows work. all trim and door pannels complete. seats and frames in great shape some tears(split bench front) rear passenger. gun holder mounts. original wood cargo slats complete and i fine shape. EXTRA PARTS. complete front axle. front and back 3/4 ton axle spings. REPLACE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER THIS WAGON WOULD DRIVE DAILY IF NEEDED OR WOULD BE A GREAT HUNTING RIG. 503 757 4066”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/1646612511.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This looks solid.
“Been in family for over 40 years. Almost all original, newly rebuilt engine, starter and generator. Brand new battery and carb. Runs great, has custom built 35 gallon gas tank.”
Brett forwarded this. It looks solid, but you’d better like diamond plating!
“This jeep has been completely re-done a few years ago. We did a ton of body work, new paint, new roll bar, re-covered front seats, and completely re-built motor. We put hours and hours into this thing…And we loved it.
It has been used as a hunting jeep and probably gets less than 100 miles on it per year. We have kept all the maintenance current and have no complaints. The motor is a Buick 225 6 Cyl. Four wheel Drive. 3 speed manual. There is 81,292 miles on it but since the motor was re-build in 2005 we have put less than 500 miles on it.
Being so old, there are a few kinks. There is a slight oil leak that we can’t trace. It isn’t bad so we just ignore it. The brakes need to be done but worked well enough for inspection last year. It also has a few scratches in the paint, as it was used for off-road. The tires are in good condition and there is no spare. We do have an extra rim, but there is no tire to go with it. We have soft doors that we will include but they are not assembled. The speedometer doesn’t work.”
http://www.ksl.com/?nid=218&ad=10024586&cat=402&lpid=
